Would you work for no pay? The question behind the Air Canada strike

The Air Canada strike by flight attendants highlighted the long-standing issue of unpaid ground work in the North American aviation industry. The strike led to a tentative agreement that includes partial pay for boarding duties and cabin checks before take-off, a significant change that could set a new standard for aviation workers. The move towards paying for ground work could trigger similar changes across major airlines in North America, as demonstrated by Delta Airlines becoming the first to pay flight attendants for ground work in 2022.